Bhutan: A Higher State of Being
Blissful. Bountiful. Balanced. Breathtaking.
This is a country where the rice is red;
where chillies aren’t just a seasoning but the main dish;
where the capital of the country has no traffic lights;
where carbon is absorbed more than it emits and claims to be the only carbon negative country on this planet;
where the birth of its Prince is celebrated by planting 108,000 trees;
where the economic index GDP is measured in “Happiness”;
where no cars are in a tearing hurry to overtake or into mindless honking;
Simply put, Bhutan is like nowhere on earth.
This tiny landlocked Buddhist nation of 700,000 people is sandwiched between the twin giants of India and China – offers a generous serving of beauty, nature and happiness and a window to its rich culture through architecture: colourful wooden windows, intricate work on roof railings and paintings of tigers, snakes and dragons on the walls of most homes and government buildings.
.At this time and age when tourism most often dictates national economics, travel to Bhutan is a refreshing experience. Here, a deeply ingrained sense of hospitality, a universally acknowledged ecosystem and a living culture ensures every traveller the best that any nation has on offer.
Here is a place where modernisation is still protected by traditional values. The red chillies are dried on the wooden roof, giant protective penises are painted beside the entrance to many houses, where animals and people shares a common roof. Yet while it visibly protects its Buddhist traditions, Bhutan is not a museum. You will find the Bhutanese well educated, fun loving and well informed about the world around them. It’s this blending of the ancient and modern that makes Bhutan endlessly fascinating.
It is a place where smile is common; where people does not hesitate to invite a foreigners for a supper and where humanity is valued more than money.
Like a Bhutanese local says, “In our most beautiful places, we build temples and monasteries, and everybody goes there. In your most beautiful places, you build five-star resorts, and only the very rich go there.” With that attitude it’s no surprise Bhutan’s one of the happiest nations in the world!
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Phuentsholing, our tour representative, who will be your guide throughout your Bhutan trip, will warmly welcome you. After the immigration, drive toward Thimphu. On reaching check-in to hotel and take rest from long drive.
Overnight at Thimphu.
Begin your day with breakfast and proceed for sightseeing. You can visit Buddha View Point for a panoramic overview of the Thimphu valley. Pay your respects to the Buddha Statue, the largest in the country, and explore the Memorial Chorten and the traditional paper-making factory. In the afternoon, Zorig Chusum, Folk Heritage, Textile Museum, followed by simply Bhutan and later visit Bhutan post office. Later visit Changangkha Lhakhang followed by Takin Zoo.
Evening visit Tashichho Dzong and enjoy some relaxation and a stroll around Thimphu town where you can walk around the coronation park and the local market.
Overnight at Thimphu
After breakfast embark on a 3-hour drive from Thimphu to Punakha. Stop to visit Semtokha Dzong and later stop at Dochu La pass for breathtaking views of the Eastern Himalaya ranges. Later stop at lamperi and visit the lamperi botanical garden which is 11km away from Dochula.
In the afternoon, visit Punakha Dzong, strategically located at the confluence of the Po Chu and Mo Chu rivers. Take a pleasant walk to Chimi Lhakhang, the Temple of Fertility. It time permit, visit suspension bridge.
Overnight at Punakha.
After breakfast in Punakha, drive back to Paro, visiting Tamcho Lhankhang on the way. In Paro, visit Ta Dzong (the watchtower), now housing the National Museum. Explore its circular construction and impressive collection of Bhutanese artifacts. Later visit Rinpung dzong also refer as Paro dzong, followed by Kyichu Lhakhang.
Evening at leisure time where you can choose to visit local market.
Overnight at Paro.
After breakfast embark on a day walk to the iconic (Taktsang Monastery), perched 900 meters above the valley. This sacred site is associated with Guru Rinpoche and offers breathtaking views. Have lunch at the Taktsang cafeteria with a spectacular view of the
monastery.
Evening take rest or have leisure time to visit market.
Overnight at Paro.
After breakfast start the drive toward Phuentsholing. En-route stop to visit Chukha Dam and later stop to visit Karbandi Monastery. On reaching check-in to hotel and proceed to visit Zangtopelri which is located at center of the town. Later you can have leisure time where you can stroll around Phuentsholing town or can chose to take rest from the long drive.
Overnight at Phuentsholing.
BHUTAN 7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Phuentsholing, our tour representative, who will be your guide throughout your Bhutan trip, will warmly welcome you. You can take photo at Bhutan gate and then transfer to Hotel at Phuentsholing.
Overnight at Phuentsholing.
After breakfast, board the vehicle for a scenic transfer to Thimphu. Enroute, stop to take photo with waterfall on the way to Gedu and later visit Tachog Lhakhang, also known as the Temple of the Hill of Excellent Horse before reaching Thimphu. Upon arrival in Thimphu, check into your hotel. Enjoy leisure time in the evening, and you have the option to explore the local market.
Overnight at Thimphu.
Begin your day with breakfast and proceed for sightseeing where you will visit Buddha Point for a panoramic overview of the Thimphu valley. Where you can pay your respects to the Buddha Statue, the largest in the country, and explore the Memorial Chorten and the traditional paper-making factory. In the afternoon, Zorig Chusum, Folk Heritage, followed by simply Bhutan and later visit Bhutan post office.
Evening visit Tashichho Dzong and enjoy some relaxation and a stroll around Thimphu town.
Overnight at Thimphu.
After breakfast embark on a 3-hour drive from Thimphu to Punakha. Stop at Dochu La pass for breathtaking views of the Eastern Himalaya ranges. In the afternoon, visit Punakha Dzong, strategically located at the confluence of the Po Chu and Mo Chu rivers. Take a pleasant walk to Chimi Lhakhang, the Temple of Fertility and if time permit you can visit suspension bridge.
Overnight at Punakha.
After breakfast in Punakha, drive back to Paro, visiting Simtokha Dzong on the way. In reaching Paro, take a visit to Ta Dzong (the watchtower), now housing the National Museum. Explore its circular construction and impressive collection of Bhutanese artifacts. Later visit Rinpung dzong also refer as Paro dzong and later visit kiychu Lhakhang. Evening at leisure time where you can choose to visit local market.
Overnight at Paro.
After breakfast embark on a day walk to the iconic (Taktshang Monastery), perched 900
meters above the valley. This sacred site is associated with Guru Rinpoche and offers breathtaking views. Have lunch at the Taktshang cafeteria with a spectacular view of the monastery. Evening take rest or have leisure time to visit market.
Overnight at Paro.
After breakfast start the drive toward Phuentsholing. En-route stop to visit Chukha dam and later stop to visit Karbandi monastery. On reaching check-in to hotel and proceed to visit Zangtopelri which is located at center of the town. Later you can have leisure time where you can stroll around Phuentsholing town or can chose to take rest from the long drive.
Overnight at Phuentsholing.
Best Time to tRavel
The best time to visit Bhutan is generally in spring between March and May or in the autumn from September to December is the ideal time to visit Bhutan as the air is clear and fresh sunny skies and you can see the mountains clearly. During these months the weather tends to be pleasant, dry and mild. The landscape is at its most glorious. January and February are colder months and travelers tend to avoid this season. The best time to visit Bhutan is generally in spring between March and May or in the autumn from September to December is the ideal time to visit Bhutan as the air is clear and fresh sunny skies and you can see the mountains clearly. During these months the weather tends to be pleasant, dry and mild. The landscape is at its most glorious. January and February are colder months and travelers tend to avoid this season.
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July 23, 2024
